Sale Church opens its doors with a mystery photograph

Beats ordering things on E-bay! But did leave it on the step, or with the neighbours ?

Wide load outside the Bull’s Head in Washway Road, Sale

This photograph of a wide load is a mystery? Is there anyone who can remember the incident when a wide load brought chaos into the heart of Sale?

It’s an unusual picture that is the showpiece of an exhibition of recently discovered old photographs entitled “A Walk Down School Road” and will be on public display as part of St Paul’s Church on Springfield Road in Sale. The church

is opening its doors as part of the National Heritage Open Day on September

Michael Riley, the Parish archivist, said: “We have no idea what it is, is it an important piece of engineering heading to Trafford Park?

“If anyone knows or has any suggestions I would love to hear from you on 0161-969-2795 or Email michaeljriley@btopenworld.com.2

The Heritage Open Day takes place on September 9 from 10am to 5pm and a highlight of the day will be guided tours of the church tower.

St Paul’s Church in Sale

For those who enjoy family history there will be a chance to view the Parish Registers.

And there will be Victorian afternoon teas, with home-made cakes and sandwiches, with harpist Alice Kirwan playing from 12noon to 2pm.

There will be performances from Sale Handbell ringers at 11am, Bollin Morris Men at 1.30pm, the Scout and Guide Brass Band at 2.30pm and St Paul’s Community Choir at 3.30pm.

Professional storyteller Helen Stewart will spin yarns and weave tales and a traditional Punch and Judy Show will entertain all the family.